1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 431 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | Fleetwood | Acadia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |